We love to imagine careers as neat, straight lines. You pick a goal, march toward it, and end up exactly where you planned. But anyone who’s lived in the real world knows that’s rarely how it works. Life has detours, breakdowns, potholes, and … [Read more...] about The Vet Student Lesson: Your Next Step Doesn’t Have to Be Perfect – or Final
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How to reinvent yourself
From the (e)mail bag: QUESTION: I'm convinced that now is the time to reinvent myself, do something new and exciting. How do I do that? How do I go completely out of the box? ANSWER: Great questions to ask yourself during these tumultuous times -- … [Read more...] about How to reinvent yourself
Recruiter or career coach? Follow the money
(Updated Feb. 2, 2021) Recruiters and headhunters and career coaches…oh my! The employment world is chock full of choices when it comes to people who can help you get the job of your dreams. And while they are related, there are some important … [Read more...] about Recruiter or career coach? Follow the money
How to stop worrying using these simple tips
My a-ha moment came at 2:30 a.m. I'd been thrashing around, sleepless, in my bed for hours, consumed with worry. I was the editor of the local newspaper at the time and I just knew I had screwed up a story. Why hadn't I done this? Why hadn't I … [Read more...] about How to stop worrying using these simple tips
Clues that you need to change your life
It’s first one small thing and then another and you don’t really pay attention because…well…life is like that – full of ups and downs. And then a worldwide pandemic throws everything into chaos, making life worse on so many levels, cutting us off … [Read more...] about Clues that you need to change your life
60 quick resolutions to get your new year off to a great start
I love the New Year for the same reason I love Mondays – heck, even mornings: They all offer a chance to start fresh with a blank slate. I know there are plenty of people who turn their noses up at New Year’s resolutions. They prefer “goals” … [Read more...] about 60 quick resolutions to get your new year off to a great start